What’s More Valuable: A Colombian Emerald or a Diamond?

The answer isn’t as simple as comparing prices. The value of a gemstone depends on factors such as its origin, quality, size, clarity, and exclusivity. In this article, we’ll highlight the key diff...

What Is a Treatment in a Colombian Emerald and How to Detect It

At Emerald by Love, we want buyers to be well informed. That’s why we’re explaining what a treatment in a Colombian emerald is, the types of treatments that exist, how to detect them, and what tool...

The $24.8 Million Emerald Auctioned by Grizzly Mining

In this article, we’ll tell you where the event took place, what the highest bid was, and how we at Emerald By Love have experienced the various auctions we've taken part in.

Differences Between Colombian Emeralds from Muzo, Chivor, and Coscuez

Each of these municipalities produces emeralds with unique features that make them easily identifiable. Understanding the differences between Colombian emeralds based on their origin is not only fa...

Colombian Emeralds from Boyacá, One Step Away from Gaining Protected Designation of Origin

But what exactly is a designation of origin, why is it so important for this department, and how is the process going? In this article, we tell you everything you need to know.

De Beers Shuts Down Its Lab-Grown Diamond Line: What’s Next for This Market?

According to the official statement, the main reason behind this move is the lack of value appreciation for lab-grown diamonds. In this article, we’ll explain how the decision was made, how it affe...

Evolution of Colombian Emerald Mining to the Present Day

In this article, we’ll explore how the process of extracting these green gems has changed from ancient times to today. New technologies and methods have emerged, and we want you to get to know them...

Direct Competitors of Colombian Emeralds Around the World

In this article, we explore why Colombian emeralds continue to be the most valued and which countries are positioning themselves as alternative sources around the world.

Are you being offered a Colombian emerald course? Read this before you pay

It’s important to stay alert—learning about emeralds is not something to be taken lightly. Don’t be fooled by easy promises from places that aren’t accredited or trustworthy institutions. To help y...

Chronicles of a Colombian Emerald Tour

Below, we’ll share the story of one of our most recent Emerald By Love Tours, in which an adventurous Russian family living in Canada joined us. Despite being well-versed in gemstones from around t...